Merc Hunting Functions - SillyMUD and Turtle

Original hunt.c containing a historical mailing-list post, installation directions and hunting code. It adapts the earlier multi-file tracking implementation for Merc 2.2. This original is not a ready-to-compile standalone C file.

License and attribution
The embedded notice refers to SillyMUD license.doc for distribution terms, but that document is not included in this single file. The mailing-list posting does not establish an unrestricted redistribution grant. Review the referenced SillyMUD terms and applicable DikuMUD and Merc licenses before approval.

Compatibility and operational warnings
The original includes historical email routing headers and addresses. Integration touches character structures, commands, combat, startup and the build configuration. Review path-search limits, doors and area boundaries, pointer lifetimes and staff permissions. Historical claims of speed are not current performance guarantees.

Historical software warning
Mudhaven has not compiled, boot-tested or security-audited this material. Modern compiler and operating-system compatibility is unverified. Review the original notices before use.

SillyMUD developers provided the original tracking code. Robert L. Peckham (Rip) ported it to Merc. Mikko Kilpikoski (Turtle) consolidated and adapted this version. Preserve all original notices and inherited DikuMUD and Merc credits.